FAQ's
Perfume/Cologne and Strong Scent Policy
There are many people who experience unpleasant physical effects from strongly scented perfume or cologne. We request that diners refrain from wearing strong fragrance.
Cell Phone/Noise Policy
To minimize distractions to other guests, please take cell phone conversations out of seated areas, set devices to silent, and limit the use of laptops or tablets.
Can I Bring My Own Wine?
Even though we have a diverse wine list, sometimes our customers want to bring in something special. As long as it's not on our list, that is OK. Corkage fee is $30.
Is Your Restaurant Kid-Friendly?
Our restaurant is generally not the best environment for young children. We welcome families, but we ask parents to keep children at the table and calm vocal infants or youngsters outside of the dining room. We do not offer child seating nor do we allow strollers in the dining room.
KIDS MENU:
We realize that happy kids mean happy parents. We can usually adapt a menu item for a child.
Are You Hiring?
Do You Have Gluten Free Options?
We are well trained to deal with food allergies. We have a menu at the restaurant that highlights which items are no gluten added. We have real chefs cooking in the kitchen, and when possible, are happy to tweak an item on the menu to suit most dietary restrictions.
Our kitchen has the chance for cross-contamination.
Is There a Dress Code?
Guest attire can elevate or diminish the experience of others. We consider tank tops, flip flops, and team athletic attire too casual for our restaurants. Our staff takes pride in their appearance and we ask our guests to respect our attire guidelines.
As Annie & Daddy Warbucks sang: "You're never fully dressed without a smile!"
Who cares what you're wearing, on Main Street or Saville Row,
It's what you wear from ear to ear, and not from head to toe that matters!
Who Is the Cook and Who Is the Cork?
Hahaha.
What Is a Small Plate?
A small plate is another word for an appetizer.
What Is a Large Plate?
A large plate is another word for "entree".
Do You Have Gift Cards?
Yes! They are cool looking and make a great gift. They are available in any amount and re-loadable, as an e-gift or a physical card.
Your Water Is So Cold and Delicious. How Come?
We use the Natura water filtration system. It's awesome. Through the use of two high-grade, long-lasting carbon filters, the system removes chlorine, surfactants, nitrates and active carbon chemical contaminants from water. Then, the water flows through a filtration system. This technology is the only one in the world that provides TOTAL IRRADIATION thus allowing Natura to reduce the bacteria and virus count to almost zero including the elimination of E.Coli and the coliform bacteria. Then, the water goes through a refrigeration system with ice in reserve. Allows the unit to dispense volumes of water at a constant temperature. We love it!
What Temperature Do You Store Your Wine?
Most of our wine is stored at a constant temperature of 58 degrees, and digitally monitered and alarmed. But depending on the type of wine, the serving temperature ranges between 40 and 64 degrees.
Serving temperatures vary. For example, we will get your sparkling wine or champagne to a crisp 40 degrees before popping the cork!
Do You Have a Happy Hour?
Every hour is happy here! But, we know what you mean. Happy Hour includes $5. drinks and appetizers, at the bar only, from 5-7, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.
Does the Chef Cook at Home, Too?
Chef loves to cook and mess up our kitchen at home and at work, but that's OK!
Can I Rent Out the Restaurant for a Party?
Yes! We have been hosting awesome parties on Sundays, and during the week before we open for normal business hours. We also have a new fenced-in garden area which is perfect for private al fresco dining, such as a "farm to table dinner" or an "octoberfest" beer party.
Why Did You Open in Coral Springs?
For a few reasons. One: We live here. We have a client base, we have been involved in the Parkland/Coral Springs community for 16 years. Two: Our town needed a place that was not a chain restaurant or bar. We wanted to bring to our town a place that was like our home; filled with color, liveliness, great food, fun people. Three: Coral Springs deserves a great place! Four: We envision Sample Road to evolve into something more, and hope to pioneer the rebirth of the area, bringing non-chain cool places to town!
Where Did Chef Get His Training?
Chef Keith Blauschild is a graduate of The Culinary Institute of America.
American Culinary Federation Certified Executive Chef
American Culinary Federation Certified Evaluator
Alumni Council Elected Member for the Culinary Institute of America
Sommelier, Master Court of Sommeliers, Level 1
Nationally Certified Food Safety Manager
Throughout his 25 year career in South Florida, he has held executive chef positions in a variety of top South Florida
kitchens, including The Doral Ocean Resort and Doral Country Club, Lauderdale Yacht Club,
Polo Club Boca Raton, and PGA Resort and Spa. In 2006, Keith founded Parkland Chef
Catering with his wife/business partner, Dena Lowell.